Program Director – Divestment Project

PM-Partners group is a specialist Project Management Consultancy. We have a unique way of running projects and providing training and advice, so our clients get the best results with less cost and risk. Each year we deliver over $3B of projects, train over 10,000 people, and help some of Australia’s leading brands improve their PMOs.

We are seeking an accomplished Program Director to lead a high-profile divestment program within the financial services sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic oversight, driving program delivery, and ensuring alignment across multiple complex workstreams.

This role requires a seasoned leader with extensive experience managing large-scale transformation or divestment programs, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to influence at the executive level. The Program Director will ensure program objectives are met on time, within scope, and in line with organisational priorities.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight across a multi-workstream divestment program.
• Develop and maintain the program roadmap, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Monitor program performance, manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.
• Engage with senior stakeholders, executives, and external partners to maintain transparency and decision-making confidence.
• Lead, mentor, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver program outcomes.
• Drive governance, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives across the program.

Requirements: 

• Proven experience as a Program Director or senior program leader managing large-scale, complex initiatives, preferably within financial services.
• Strong understanding of divestment, M&A, or major transformation programs.
• Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple interdependent workstreams and deliver successful outcomes.
• Experience with program governance, risk management, and reporting frameworks.

What we can offer you! 

Culture: A fun, fast paced, collaborative delivery environment
People: A group of talented, experienced, and dedicated Consultants to work by your side with a dedicated Relationship Manager
Passion: Ability to band together when under pressure to deliver first class results to clients
Transparency: Open door policy
Professional Development: On the job development and access to certifications in our Training practice
Care and Support: On-going support and advice from experienced PM-Partners Consultants
Knowledge: Access to PM-Partners Delivery and Advisory practices

If you feel you meet our selection criteria, please submit your resume to Paul Woodhead at PM-Partners via SEEK application or email –  paulw@pm-partners.com.au